Thanks to the new Autism and Developmental Medicine Center, a joint venture between Geisinger Medical Center and Bucknell, students now have the chance to work one-on-one with special-needs children under the guidance of medical, psychological and behavioral professionals on research projects seldom available at an undergraduate level.

16

Number of teacher preparation programs which lead to certification in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

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Bucknell Advancing Communities, Educating & Serving (B.A.C.E.S. )

Bucknell College Student Personnel Association (BCSPA)

Kappa Delta Pi (KDP)

Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA)

Question

What is student teaching?

The 12-week student teaching semester (EDUC 349 and EDUC 449), includes extensive unit research and lesson planning, implementation, and presentation, along with the completion of written assignments pertinent to their experience. In addition, students develop and present electronic program portfolios, further demonstrating their technological expertise.

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Be inspired to plan your first visit or remember how it feels to be on Bucknell's campus. Get a 360 degree view of where we live, work, learn and play. From the beauty of Bucknell's academic quad to the gorgeous architecture in the Rooke Science Building (be sure to look up!) to the Weis Center for the Performing Arts and our well-used athletics fields, this tour is a great way to see yourself at Bucknell.

Combine a liberal arts education with professional preparation, and gain a solid background in principles and theories of education, rather than a series of methods, so you can be a flexible and proactive professional throughout your career.

Graduates of our programs teach in elementary and secondary public, private, and charter schools here and abroad. Others enter careers in business, industry, and government. Many students pursue graduate degrees in fields such as educational psychology and research, school counseling, school psychology, college student personnel, and speech and occupational therapy. Others use their undergraduate degree as a foundation for the study of law or medicine.

Courses You Could Take

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Education & the Human Spirit

Examine historical, economic, philosophical and social foundations of education, along with their implications for present-day education.

Psychology of the Exceptional Child

Did You Know?

Starting with their first year, students begin to observe and help in the local public schools. These opportunities continue throughout their education, culminating in student teaching in the senior year.

Bucknell's English as a Second Language (ESL) certification program provides elementary education, foreign language and English majors with an extra credential upon graduation.

A pre-certification initial preparation program (Pre-CIP) is available for students interested in becoming teachers.

Bucknell offers two undergraduate degrees in education. The Bachelor of Science degree in education with majors in early childhood and elementary education is for students who plan to become educators. The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in education, is designed for students interested in the study of education as a discipline, who are not interested in teaching certification, and who are likely to enter graduate school or employment in public service, business or industry following graduation.

The Master of Science degree in education (M.S.Ed.) is offered in college student personnel.

Faculty Spotlight

Professor

"Service-learning is real in a way that goes beyond the theories and ideas in the class; there's actual application, relevance and resonance when students see theory and ideas present in real social situations that matter to them."

Assistant Professor

"Providing a common approach that works whether a student can't seem to stay seated in class or is having trouble reading could simplify life for school districts and ensure that all children get the education they need."

Hands-on Experience

Study Abroad

Make the World Your Campus

Recently, education students have studied in Denmark, Florence, and Bologna. If you will be student teaching, consult closely with your academic adviser to plan a summer, semester, or year-long study abroad opportunity.

Undergraduate Research

Research and Honors Projects

Education students have opportunities for applied and research experiences throughout their undergraduate careers. Often, faculty members serve as mentors while students conduct independent research; in other cases, faculty include students as part of their research team.

Internships

Real-World Experience

Internships provide career preparation, especially to those education students who plan to pursue work outside of teaching. The Bucknell Public Interest Program educates students about non-profit careers and provides occasions for students to network with those in the non-profit sector. Recent placements include Alexandra MacLean '13: Angel 34 Foundation and Tyler McClenithan '13: Lehigh Carbon Community College.

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